Old MacDonald Had a Farm

Reviewed by: Bernie Alie - Kennebunk Free Library, Kennebunk ME, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: August 8, 2016

Review

Another of the "Sing Along With Me!" series.

The well-known song is presented on board book pages with moveable illustrations. Children can insert their finger into a ring to raise and lower the cow's head or rock the horse, pull tabs to reveal hidden animals, or rotate a wheel to show animals running. The sans serif font is clear, and may inspire new readers to try their hand at reading.

The digital illustrations use soft colors and are child friendly. The farmer is a dog wearing overalls; typical farm scenery such as a scarecrow, cornfields and a tractor are shown. Additional animals are depicted besides the ones specifically mentioned in the four verses, enabling families to continue singing.

Children may be confused by some pages. It is only by sliding the tab that the pig is seen, and the sheep are small figures interspersed with other animals on a rotating wheel.

Although the moveable pieces themselves are thick, the actual top layer of the page in which the moveable part is set is thin and could easily be torn.

Best used in a one-on-one situation, this interactive book will appeal to children desiring a tactile interaction with their book.

Overall Book Score: good